HRL Laboratories LLC

HRL Laboratories, LLC is a United States–based research and development company focused on advanced technologies for aerospace, defense, automotive, computing, electronics, materials science, and energy applications. The company conducts scientific research and develops innovative technologies in areas including artificial intelligence, machine learning, quantum information, microelectronics, sensors, semiconductor devices, photonics, autonomous systems, advanced materials, cybersecurity, and space technologies. HRL collaborates with government agencies, defense organizations, commercial enterprises, and academic institutions to develop and transition emerging technologies into practical applications. Its research supports industries such as aerospace, national security, communications, mobility, and advanced manufacturing through prototype development, technology licensing, and applied engineering. Originally established in 1948 as the Hughes Research Laboratories division of Hughes Aircraft Company, the organization was later restructured and became HRL Laboratories, LLC.